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Drop Dumplings for Beef Stew
Drop Dumplings for Beef Stew
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Elevate your beef stew with these cloud-like Drop Dumplings that create a satisfying topping for hearty one-pot meals. These simple dumplings cook directly on the stew's surface, absorbing rich flavors while remaining light and tender. The helpful tips about liquid levels and cooking techniques ensure perfect results every time. A comforting addition to winter meals that transforms basic stew into something special.
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Ingredients
1 cup flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
about 1/2 cup milk
Directions
Sift together the dry ingredients.
Stir in milk, slowly, until batter is thin enough to take up by rounded spoonfuls with a wet tablespoon.
Bring the stew to a boiling point.
Liquid on top of the stew should be shallow enough so that the dumplings can rest on top of the meat and vegetables.
Drop spponfuls of the batter on the top of the stew.
Cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
Cover and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
Servings\Yield
Makes 6 to 8 servings
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (1 dumpling) - Calories: 70; Total Fat: 0.5g (Saturated Fat: 0g); Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 170mg; Total Carbohydrates: 14g (Dietary Fiber: 0g, Sugars: 1g); Protein: 2g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says... These dumplings are made to be cooked on top of a stew or the like. See Directions for further understanding.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: dumplings, stew
🗂️ Categories: 🍞 Bread
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Drop Dumplings for Beef Stew was added on February 10, 2022 and last updated on September 24, 2025.
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